JOB PURPOSE:

　　The Physical Therapist Assistant performs such patient-related activities as are assigned and supervised by a licensed Physical Therapist and/or designee manager.

　　JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Performs patient-related activities such as direct patient treatment and group exercises as assigned at the PACE site or in the field (ie. Participant’s home, nursing homes, etc.).

　　Executes pre-planned treatment programs, such as therapeutic exercise, massage, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, range of motion, and other pre-planned treatment programs as designed by a Physical Therapist.

　　Documents all statistical data as required.

　　Documents all pertinent patient information as required.

　　Consults with a physiatrist, physical therapist, and other professionals when appropriate.

　　Maintain a high standard of health care and clinical practice through attendance at professional seminars and continuing education courses.

　　Maintain a safe, clean environment following safety protocols.

　　Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team in developing a patient care plan.

　　Participates in scheduled meetings including rehab meetings, staff meetings, and inter-disciplinary meetings.

　　Participates in clinical education of student affiliates.

　　Reports pertinent information to Rehab Manager regarding orthotic and prosthetic adaptations.

　　Participates in obtaining equipment for patients’ home use.

　　Maintenance of supplies, equipment, and assistive devices.

　　Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the treatment area and department.

　　Other duties as assigned.

　　Weekly Hours: 35

　　Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

　　QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education:

　　Associate Degree from an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program plus certification by NYS as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Experience:

　　None required beyond education.License Registration:

　　New York State Certified. Current Registration.Language: Bi-Lingual Preferred depending on region (participant demographics and location of PACE sites)

　　Additional Requirements:

　　Ability to lift and transfer participants. Ability to bend, kneel, reach, stretch, stand, and lift up to 50 pounds.

　　Ability to utilize pulleys, free weights, exercise bicycles, Kinetron, treadmill, UBE, TENS, MENS, High Volt Stimulator, Ultrasound, hot packs, cold packs, and Paraffin as part of patient treatment.

　　Must be able to work weekends, as needed.

　　Ability to travel to participant’s homes, nursing home, and sites/clinics

　　Excellent written and verbal communication.

　　Professional attitude.

　　Proficient in the use of a computer for email, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and electronic medical records.

　　We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, height, weight, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

　　Salary Range (Min-Max):$66,836.73 - $80,628.32

　　Note: Position's wages are contingent upon terms and conditions outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

　　CenterLight Healthcare is one of the oldest non-profit comprehensive healthcare organizations in the United States. We are a premier provider of home and community-based healthcare and services in the New York metropolitan area, serving all five boroughs of New York City, as well as Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

　　Through CenterLight TeamCare, we offer comprehensive healthcare and other services that enrich the lives of our participants and let them live safely at home and in their communities. TeamCare, a program of CenterLight Healthcare, is the nation’s largest not-for-profit Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Each day, our employees serve a richly diverse population of 3,300 participants, speaking 75 languages and dialects throughout our 14 facilities. Learn more at www.centerlightteamcare.org.

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